About Us

The Beaverton Community Band is an all-volunteer group of 60-75 adult musicians who share a love for concert band music and willingness to share their talents with the public. We believe that by offering life-long musical education, we can help to preserve the Community Concert Band tradition in America.

History

The band was formally organized in 1978 under the direction of Lambert Morris, who was band director at Beaverton High School. However, the roots of the band can be traced to an earlier time, when interested musicians answered a recruitment ad in the paper and appeared for practice.

The City of Beaverton Mayor's Office has been a generous supporter of the band since its formal organization. With the help of Mayors Larry Cole through our current Mayor Dennis Doyle, the tradition of city band concerts in the park continues today.

Repertoire and Performances

A wide variety of band literature, including marches, symphonic transcriptions, easy listening pops, swing, patriotic, and holiday tunes, is played at the weekly rehearsals and public performances. The group presents three seasonal public concerts, performs at retirement centers, and participates in the annual Oregon Adult Band Festival. During the summer, you'll often find the band at community events such as the Beaverton Farmer's Market, the City's Picnics in the Park and at concerts on the lawn of the Beaverton City Library.